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, KnD’s Boutique is set to celebrate its 12th anniversary this Sunday, commemorating a history of success over strife and innovation in the face of struggle. In fact, when KnD’s first opened its doors, the mother-daughter duo of Kristan Machado and Della Lucio suffered a flood that almost forced them to close. “We had to redo the whole floor,” Machado said. “We used to have carpet in here. We took it all out and replaced the floors.” But their challenges didn’t end there. The second year, LBJ Street underwent a dramatic facelift with the ongoing construction impacting all of the businesses along that...
Heritage Home Tour to highlight Wonder World cabin
, , Lest anyone think that Wonder World Park is some sort of recent establishment with a slightly schmaltzy name, think again, because this is actually one of the most historic nature tourism destinations and oldest enduring business names in Texas. The cave itself dates back to an ancient earthquake along the Balcones fault line. Its entrance was accidentally discovered in 1893 and word spread. By 1903, it had lured so many adventure seekers that a cabin/ticket office was erected to cover its entrance. The cabin was called the Bevers House, named for the ex-cowboy who first discovered the cave beneath. That...
The Texas Bucket List – Desert Door Sotol in Driftwood
Driftwood – The landscape of west Texas can be pretty darn desolate. With the Chihuahuan Desert sprawling across this part of our state, it’s hard to imagine being able to harvest something out here. But if you learn about the natives that lived here thousands of years ago, you’d realize that there is substance all around you. “This plant has been here for 10,000 years,” said Brent Looby. “Think about all of the atmospherics that it has gone through in its life, and it is still here to this day.”
Canyon Lake Fishing Report for April 24
Thanks to Texas Parks & Wildlife, you can find everything you need to know about fishing conditions in Canyon Lake. GOOD. Water normal stain; 70 degrees; 22.24 feet below pool. Fishing pattern is holding steady. Bass are excellent on moving baits around grass, or with a neko rig on deeper grass. Report by Evan Coleman, Big Bassin Fishing.
Buda Weiner Dog Races are back
About 400 dogs are entered to race in the 2-day event in Buda.
Bluefin Sushi Bar & Ramen opens in Kyle
Bluefin Sushi & Ramen serves sushi and sashimi. (Courtesy Bluefin Sushi and Ramen) Bluefin Sushi Bar & Ramen opened in Kyle on April 23. The Austin-based restaurant serves ramen, sushi, poke, cold or hot small plates, and more. Restaurant Manager Johnny Troy said this is Bluefin's fourth location overall and...
Women's resale shop Style Encore coming to New Braunfels
Style Encore, a women's clothing resale store where customers can buy or sell used items, is opening in New Braunfels. (Courtesy Pexels) Style Encore, a women's clothing resale store where customers can buy or sell used items, is opening in New Braunfels. The details. New Braunfels native Samantha Cameron, owner...
River Rose Boutique celebrates 10th year anniversary
River Rose owner Chelsea Rogers models dress from her 2024 spring collection. (Courtesy River Rose Boutique) River Rose is celebrating its 10th year anniversary with a birthday weekend sale in June, owner Chelsea Rogers said. Rogers said the New Braunfels community has always been supportive of her business and she...
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